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FAQs

Find answers to our most frequently asked questions. 

What should I bring when I move in?  

When moving into St Catherine’s College, you should bring your own linen (sheets, pillows, blankets), personal items (clothing, toiletries), and any study materials you might need. The rooms come semi-furnished, so you may want to bring decorations or additional items to make the space feel more like home.  

You will also need to bring formal attire and appropriate footwear for events such as the Welcome Reception, Valedictory Dinner and Formal Hall. This includes:  

  • Cocktail dresses  

  • Formal shoes - flat or heeled 

  • Button-up shirts 

  • Dress pants 

  • Dress shoes 

What should I not bring when I move in?   

When moving into St Catherine's College, there are a few things you might want to avoid bringing: 

  1. Pets. Animals and pets are not allowed. However, staff members regularly bring in their well-behaved dogs which you can take for a walk or stop and pat.  

  1. Large furniture. Our rooms are semi-furnished and include as a standard a bed, desk, study chair and cupboards. Bringing oversized furniture would not be practical. 

  1. Appliances not allowed in Single Rooms. Residents in a Single Room must not bring kettles, toasters, rice cookers, microwaves or any such cooking implements into their rooms however residents with Studio Rooms are permitted to have these appliances as they have an exhaust fan in their kitchenettes. 

 When and how do I pay my fees?  

You have the option to pay in full at the start of each semester or a fortnightly direct debit through PaySmart. Our Accounts Team will contact you a few weeks before your move in date with either your invoice or details on how to set up your PaySmart account.  

If you have any questions regarding payment options, please contact our Accounts Team at accounts@stcats.com.au  

Are there any additional fees that need to be paid once I move in?  

Your weekly fees include:  

  • Fully Catered Meals: 21, 14 or 7 meals per week in our communal Dining Hall.  

  • Utilities: All utilities are included; each room has reverse-cycle air conditioning. 

  • Internet Access: High-speed Wi-Fi throughout the College. 

  • Cleaning Services: Daily cleaning of common areas and weekly cleaning of resident rooms. 

  • Academic Support: Tutoring, mentoring, study groups, and access to academic resources. 

  • Career Readiness Program: Workshops, career counselling and our Faculty and Industry dinners provide networking opportunities and internship placements. 

  • Recreational Facilities: Access to the UWA gym, sports courts and pool. 

  • Social and Cultural Events: A calendar full of social, cultural, sporting, and volunteering events. 

  • Wellbeing: Access to wellbeing services and support for personal academic issues. 

  • Youth Innovation: All residents of the College have free membership to the College’s Bloom Program.  

  • Cultural Immersion: Access to workshops and the Cultural Perspectives Program as part of the College’s Dandjoo Darbalung Program. 

Please note that our annual College Ball held in Semester 2 is an optional extra expense.  

Can I move in before the start date of my contract?   

You can only move in on the date that your contract starts unless you have secured a summer booking. If you require a summer booking, please contact our Admissions Team at uwa.admissions@stcats.com.au  

If you are moving into the College for Semester 2, you cannot move in earlier.  

Can I move in after the start date of my contract?   

Yes, you can move in after the start date of your contract. However, please advise the Admissions Team at uwa.admissions@stcats.com.au so that we can prepare for your late arrival.  

Can I move into the College after hours? 

No. If you are arriving after your contract start date you can only move into the College Monday to Friday between 9.00am and 4.00pm.  

We recommend booking a hotel or an Airbnb if your flight gets in late at night and coming to the College the next available business day.  

Are there meals included in my weekly rent?  

Premium Single room residents have 21 meals included in their weekly rent, Standard and Premium Studio residents can choose 7,14 or 21 meals per week. 

Can I cook in my room if I have a Single Room?  

For fire safety reasons, residents are not permitted to cook food or boil water in Single Rooms – doing so will set off the fire alarms and you may be liable to pay the substantial call-out cost of Fire Services (and your fellow residents will not thank you for an unscheduled fire drill!). Communal kitchenettes are provided in the main building for the preparation of snacks 

 Are there laundry facilities at College?  

There are three large laundries and various smaller laundries around the College, each equipped with washing machines and dryers, as well as ironing boards and irons. Washing tokens can be purchased from Reception during office hours. 

Can I request for special dietary requirement for my meals at College?  

The College will try to provide modified meals for those who have special diets prescribed under medical or a dietician’s supervision, or for religious observance. You must update your dietary details in the College Portal and discuss your dietary requirements with the Dean and the Catering Manager.  

Please be advised that all food served is prepared and cooked in the College kitchen and usually delivered via a self-service buffet. Whilst every care is taken in the preparation of meals, the College cannot guarantee against cross-contamination of products in the servery, including nuts, dairy, egg and gluten.  

Please note: if the College provides you with special order products at your request and you do not use them, the College may cancel any ongoing orders and/or charge you for wasted food.